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SF2853 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))

Supported decision making programs appropriation

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Purpose of the Bill

The bill aims to provide funding for supported decision-making programs, which help individuals make their own decisions with the support of trusted advisors, rather than relying on more restrictive legal arrangements like guardianship.

Main Provisions

  • Funding Appropriation: Allocates $2,000,000 from the general fund for fiscal year 2026 to support these programs. This funding is a one-time allocation that will be available until June 30, 2027.

  • Reporting Requirements: The bill mandates the commissioner of human services to submit a series of reports evaluating the impact and outcomes of the supported decision-making grants.

    • By December 1, 2024, an interim report is required, detailing the number of grants awarded, recipient organizations, and any evidence of increased use of supported decision-making.
    • By December 1, 2025, a second interim report must be submitted, including updated data and the total number of people served.
    • By December 1, 2027, a final report is required to provide comprehensive insights into the program's impact and outcomes.

Significant Changes

  • Updates a previous law to specify the evaluation and reporting processes for the supported decision-making grants. This includes a structured timeline for interim and final reports to ensure accountability and transparency in how funds are used and the effectiveness of the programs.

Relevant Terms

supported decision-making, guardianship, conservatorship, human services, fiscal appropriation, interim report, final report, grants, funding, legislation

Bill text versions

Actions

DateChamberWhereTypeNameCommittee Name
March 19, 2025SenateFloorActionIntroduction and first reading
March 19, 2025SenateFloorActionReferred toHuman Services

Citations

 
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    "analysis": {
      "added": [
        "Requirement for a final report by December 1, 2027."
      ],
      "removed": [],
      "summary": "This bill amends the evaluation and reporting requirements for supported decision making programs under Laws 2023, chapter 61, article 1, section 61, subdivision 4.",
      "modified": [
        "Specifies new interim reporting dates and updates the information to be included in reports."
      ]
    },
    "citation": "Laws 2023, chapter 61, article 1, section 61",
    "subdivision": "subdivision 4"
  }
]

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